- Both are dynamic and set the tone
- Both awaken the senses (muscles)
Our Favourite Events vs. The Meat and Potatoes
- Sometimes difficult and challenging to participate in and witness
- Can both be fear-inducing and exhilarating
- Both can involve cheering, encouragement, yelling and pride
- Occasionally both can involve tears of joy
Socialtime (Downtime) vs. Cardio
- A chance to reflect, gear up for the next event/block
- Both can resemble tabata intervals, (tm running/eating & drinking)
The Second Week vs. The Second Block
- Fatigue setting in but eagerness to push through
- Close attention must be paid to every detail so nothing is missed
Gold Medal Games vs. Recovery Cardio
- We made it this far, let's see it through to the end
The Closing Ceremonies vs. The Stretch
- Deep breaths are taken
- Exhilaration and an overwhelming sense of accomplishment
- Reflection and Celebration
However, unlike the end of an IF training session 75% of Vancouver is hungover and exhausted. Yes we are full of national pride but the stuff that makes us Canadian (hard work, clean living, sportsmanship and valour) has bee shelved to make way for our free-spirited, fun-loving, rowdy twin who took two weeks to watch the world's athletes work hard, live clean, be sportsmanlike and display valour.
My final comment on the matter - well done Canada and the world. I was a naysayer concerned about traffic, government cost overruns and selfish distractions. That being said, I am having an amazing Olympic experience, I could not be more in love with OUR city and our people and once Monday March 1st hits, I will invite all to get back to business.
- Angela Tames
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